Cloud Storage

Google Drive vs OneDrive

An honest comparison to help you pick the right cloud storage tool for your startup.

Our Verdict

Google Drive is our pick, but OneDrive has its strengths

Google Drive is our recommendation for most founders. OneDrive is a solid alternative.

Google Drive

Google Drive

Free

15GB free, deep Google Workspace integration. If you use Gmail, your files are already here.

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OneDrive

OneDrive

Freemium

Microsoft cloud storage. Tight Office integration, 5GB free. If your company runs on Microsoft, this is automatic.

Read full Google Drive review | Read full OneDrive review

Comparison

FeatureGoogle DriveOneDrive
PricingFreeFreemium
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CategoryCloud StorageCloud Storage

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Google Drive better than OneDrive?

Google Drive is our recommended pick in this category. Google Drive is free and OneDrive is freemium, which may factor into your decision.

Is Google Drive free?

Yes, Google Drive is completely free to use.

What are alternatives to Google Drive and OneDrive?

Other popular alternatives in this category include Dropbox, iCloud Drive, WeTransfer, Proton Drive. Each has different strengths depending on your stage and needs.

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